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A Hallowe'en Anthology

Literary and Historical Writings Over the Centuries

Lisa Morton author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc

Published:6th Feb '08

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This unique anthology gathers together some of the most intriguing and useful works on the history of Halloween. Ranging from pre-Christian Celtic myths to early 20th century articles, the book's 27 entries include poems, short stories, sections from 19th and 20th century folklore books, a one-act play, Irish and Scottish folk tales, and the first book on the holiday ever published.

Noted works contained in the anthology include William Wells Newell's 1904 study of the history of Jack-o'-lantern legends in "The Ignis Fatuus" and Alexander Montgomerie's oft-quoted 1584 poem "Flyting Against Polwart." Organized chronologically, most works are presented in their entirety and many include extensive annotations designed to make the original source materials more meaningful for modern readers. The book also includes 34 vintage photographs and illustrations.

“a must-have”—Rue Morgue; “highly recommend”—www.fearzone.com; “gives the reader that special feeling of autumn chill and goose bumpy anticipation...a magnificent achievement”—The Tomb of Dark Delights.

  • Winner of Bram Stoker Awards (Nonfiction) 2008

ISBN: 9780786436842

Dimensions: 254mm x 178mm x 11mm

Weight: 381g

214 pages